Finland. Turku. Pharmacy Museum and the Qwensel house

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Finland. Turku. Pharmacy Museum and the Qwensel house

Finland. Turku. Pharmacy Museum and the Qwensel house, built in the 1700s in an area reserved for the nobility. A pharmacy from the 19th century has been furnished in the shop wing of the building

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1700s Bourgeois Bourgeoisie Finland Finnish Nobility Pharmacy Qwensel Status Turku

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1. Title: A Glimpse into Finland's Past: The Qwensel House and Pharmacy Museum in Turku 2.. Step back in time and explore the rich history of Finland through the charming Qwensel House and Pharmacy Museum in the ancient city of Turku. Built in the 1700s, this magnificent wooden structure was once reserved for the nobility, reflecting the high social status of its inhabitants. The Qwensel House, with its intricate wooden facade and elegant design, stands as a testament to Finland's bourgeois architectural heritage. The building's shop wing now houses a contemporary Pharmacy Museum, offering a fascinating glimpse into Finland's past. As you wander through the museum, you'll be transported back to the 19th century, where apothecaries skillfully prepared medicinal remedies using traditional methods and ingredients. The Pharmacy Museum showcases an impressive collection of ancient apothecary jars, mortars, and pestles, offering a unique perspective on the age-old practice of pharmacy. The Qwensel House and Pharmacy Museum in Turku serve as a reminder of Finland's rich history and its transformation from an ancient bourgeois society to the contemporary nation it is today. This image invites us to delve deeper into the stories and secrets hidden within its walls. [Image Description: A beautiful wooden house, the Qwensel House, stands proudly in Turku, Finland. The shop wing of the house has been transformed into the Pharmacy Museum, with a 19th-century pharmacy furnished inside. The exterior of the house boasts intricate carvings and detailed wooden designs, while the interior of the museum showcases traditional apothecary jars and tools.]

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